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Japanese
"rainbow"
A cute yet plucky choice that refers to the seven colors of the rainbow, Nanako would make a special choice for a rainbow baby. It was one of the most popular names in Japan in during the late 1990s…
Nanetta is a feminine name that functions as a diminutive form of names like Anne, Anna, or Nan. With Italian or French influences, it essentially means "little Ann" or "graceful little one," as Ann…
Nanine is a delicate feminine name with French origins, derived as a diminutive form of Anne or Nina. It essentially means 'grace' or 'favor,' inheriting this meaning from Anne's Hebrew roots. The…
Scandinavian
"daring"
Nanna is a name from Norse mythology that is among the Top 30 names in contemporary Denmark. Popular in Norway in the 19th century, Nanna may also be considered a short form of a range of names, from…
Nannette is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Anne, ultimately derived from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace.' This charming variation emerged in medieval France, where adding…
French, diminutive of Ann
Sweet and endearing, à la Mignon and Manon.
Nanou is a delicate feminine name with French origins, often used as a nickname for names like Anne, Nanette, or Éleanor in French-speaking regions. This charming diminutive has taken on life as a…
Nanée is a feminine name with French influences, likely a variant of names like Nanette or Anne. The accent mark gives it a distinctive European flair. As a diminutive form, it carries a delicate and…
Greek
"daffodil"
This Greek flower and mythological choice doesn't make it into the pantheon of possibilities because of its association with narcissism. But narcissa is December's flower of the month, so Narcissa…
Narcisse is a refined feminine name with French origins, derived from the Greek word 'narkissos,' referring to the narcissus flower. In Greek mythology, Narcissus was a hunter known for his beauty…
Narguize is an exotic feminine name with possible Persian or Arabic origins, though its specific etymology is obscure. The name has a mystical, enigmatic quality with its unusual sound combination.…
Narqis is a feminine name of Arabic origin, a variant spelling of Narges or Nargis, which means 'narcissus flower.' The narcissus is a spring flower symbolizing rebirth and new beginnings in many…
Narra is a distinctive feminine name with several potential origins. In the Philippines, the narra is the national tree, a type of flowering hardwood valued for its beauty and strength, giving the…
Navajo
"owl"
A Navajo nature name with a cool, fresh sound.
Natalène is a feminine name of French origin, representing an elaborate variation of Natalie. Derived from the Latin 'natalis' meaning 'birth' or 'birthday,' it traditionally connected to Christmas,…
Slavic
"born on Sunday"
Midcentury macramé-maker.
Hindi
"lily"
Sweet and feminine Eastern flower name.
Egyptian
"divine mother"
One of the more unusual mythology names for girls , Neith is the name of the Egyptian goddess of home and femininity.
Nema is a feminine name with diverse cultural origins. In Arabic, it means 'blessing' or 'grace,' while in Hebrew it can mean 'pleasant' or 'melody.' The name also appears in some Slavic languages…
Literature, Latin, Japanese, Hebrew
"holy wood; sound + reality, waves, truth; pleasant"
Light, sweet, and multicultural, Nemi is a simple name with a complex etymology. It notably appears as the title character of a 90s comic strip, drawn by Lisa Myhre, who likely took the name from an…
